The Last Refuge

Welcome Dinner - Invite Only

West Sixth NuLu

The Night Before

Garden Court

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Fall

Adults-Only 21+ Ceremony & Reception 

Gardencourt is a 20-room Beaux-Arts style mansion, completed in 1906. A carriage house and greenhouse were built in 1907 on the 14-acre (57,000 m2) property, which was landscaped by the Olmsted Brothers firm.

Our Wedding

"To be fully seen by somebody, then, and be loved anyhow

—this is a human offering that can border on miraculous.”

We met as friends in 2014 in Lexington, KY. Part of a mutual friend group exploring the new found freedom that was the post-college world. Life took us in different directions as we both focused on building our careers. And over the next eight years we lived separate lives, occasionally crossing paths while visiting Kentucky. Then, by chance, we reconnected in a town an hour away from where we first met. This time, the connection felt different. What started as catching up turned into something more, and soon, our friendship grew into love.

Our Story

Photos

Samantha and Cassie have been friends for over 32 years after meeting in preschool. At preschool graduation Cassie turned up on stage after refusing to put on her shoes, Samantha took her shoes off and gave them to Cassie. Little did they know that would result in a friendship between families, and growing up more like sisters. As in life, this day wouldn't be complete with out Cassie by Samantha's side, just as Samantha was by hers all those years ago. 

Cassie Heekin

There is something to be said about having an older brother—a built-in best friend, role model, and protector in life. For Steven, Chris has been all of that and more. 
With 8-years between them Chris has been there for every stage of life, offering guidance, encouragement, and of course a lot of brotherly tough love. But for Steven, there is no one he’d rather have by his side than Chris as Best Man, celebrating the bond they’ve shared and the future Steven and Samantha will build together. 

Chris Mivelaz

Wedding Party

You have questions? We have answers!

Q + A

Post - Wedding Shuttle 

No Shuttles to the venue will be provided. We encourage Uber or Lyft. 

A shuttle will be provided from the Venue back to the hotels in the Nulu District.

The Shuttle seats 26 people and runs every 20 minutes. 

   The Shuttle will be available 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm.

Transportation

Bride & Groom will be staying at the AC Hotel. 

The wedding block timeframe has closed. But you can contact the sales manager to still block with the group discount code: Nakaa StewartSales Manager<a href="mailto:nakaa.stewart@concordhotels.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nakaa.stewart@concordhotels.com</a>O: 502.888.1264

AC Hotel Louisville Downtown

Across the Street is Hotel Genevieve a boutique hotel crafted with French-inspired architecture, rooms and suites. It also has one of the best rooftop bars in Louisville! ROOM BLOCK - BOOKING INSTRUCTIONS-Click on website link-Apply dates of stay- Select Promotion Code- Input CELEBRATE- Search and Book!

Hotel Genevieve

Hotels

The Term&nbsp;"NULU"&nbsp;is a portmanteau meaning&nbsp;"New Louisville". As home to the greenest commercial building in Kentucky, many historic restoration projects, as well as several restaurants offering organic and locally sourced ingredients,&nbsp;NULU&nbsp;has emerged with a culture of sustainability and a “New” way of thinking about working and living in a historic urban neighborhood.&nbsp; NULU&nbsp;is best known for its art galleries, specialty stores, distilleries, antique shops, popular restaurants. It is easy to see the historic integrity of Nulu Market street along this corridor. Find Samantha &amp; Steven's favorite restaurants in Nulu recommended below. For a full list of restaurants check out: https://www.nulu.org/nulu-map

Nulu Map & Business Directory 

Named third best in America by Yelp. Finalist for prestigious James Beard Awards. Reservations required, and fill up fast!

MeeshMeesh Mediterranean

Praised for it's vibrant Cuban atmosphere, delicious food, particularly the pulled short rib dish, excellent cocktails like mojitos, and attentive service. Reservations not required, but encouraged.

La Bodeguita De Mima Cuban Restaurant and Rum Bar

A photo-worthy experience at every turn. Guacamole offers the delicious, evocative flavors you might expect from south of the border, seasoned with a dash of the unexpected. Reservations not required, but encouraged.

Guaca Mole Modern Mexican

Upscale restaurant serving rustic homemade Italian fare with Kentucky roots. Offers lunch and dinner, and brunch on the weekends. Samantha's favorite Caesar Salad! Reservations not required, but encouraged.

bar Vetti

New Orleans–style fare such as gumbo and beignets served in a casual spot with a patio and live music. Go down into the basement for a speakeasy with live jazz! Reservations not required, but encouraged.

Lou Lou on Market

BBQ plates, sandwiches &amp; tacos served with Southern-leaning sides, desserts &amp; cocktails. No reservations required.

Feast BBQ

Owned by Bob Dylan, The Last Refuge &nbsp;resides within a historic church originally built in 1880. Featuring delicious food and craft cocktails featuring Bob Dylan's Heaven's Door Bourbon. Reservations not required, but encouraged.

Samantha & Steven